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P131 XVL

1997 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

123,455 mi
Last recorded123,455 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP131 XVL
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 123,455 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear seat not fitted and seat belts

Pass 19 Jul 2025 121,449 miles

No rear seats or belts fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2014 38,375 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 37,471 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

general corrosion to uncerneath of vehicle but acceptable for age of vehicle

Pass 19 Nov 2012 36,934 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

heavily corroded underneath

Pass 21 Apr 2009 35,761 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 35,198 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 35,188 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 34,025 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 32,299 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Honda Civic?

Based on 9,391,580 MOT tests across 693,715 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,044
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
693,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 307,913
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 187,316
Stop lamp not working 163,967
position lamp(s) not working 160,748
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132,914
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P131 XVL is a 1997 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 86,182 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Civic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 307,913 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P131 XVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Civic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P131 XVL registered?

P131 XVL is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 June 1997.

Is P131 XVL safe to buy?

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